Council began its Feb. 18 budget meeting looking at a budget increase of 2.56 per cent, meaning the “average” residential property would have an increase of $39.99 on the annual municipal portion of the tax bill.
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North Huron moves forward on economic development officer position
Despite resistance from some councillors, the township is moving ahead with developing a new position, a narrow vote deciding the outcome.
South Bruce approves 2022 budget
On Feb. 22, council approved a total tax rate, including county and education levies, of four per cent.
Belmore Family Fun Day a roaring success
The Belmore Community Centre (BCC) hosted “Family Fun Day” on Feb. 26, with an outdoor skating rink, campfires, treats, and, best of all, children’s smiling faces.
Youth Curling in Wingham to continue through end of April
Youth Curling is a fun way to get exercise, skill-building experience, and to make new friends for 20 young curlers each week at the Wingham Golf and Curling Club. Assistance and instruction is offered by a dedicated group of eight adult volunteer curlers. The curlers were excited to learn last week
Council agrees to continue Burger Box lease in Mildmay
The Burger Box has been located in the Mildmay Rotary Park for 10 years, and it doesn’t appear to be going anywhere.
Q&A with CANNABIS XPRESS owner Chris Jones
After three months of preparation, on Feb. 17 CANNABIS XPRESS opened of its newest stores in Wingham. The Wingham Advance Times interviewed owner Chris Jones about his career in the cannabis industry and the process of opening the store in Wingham.
Wingham Lions Club inducts new member
Formosa & District Lions Club Member Jennifer Batte, Governor of District A-9 (left), attended a recent meeting of the Lions Club of Wingham where she inducted David Shaw (centre) as a new member of the club. Shaw who is well known for his many community activities in Wingham and area, was sponsored
Land near Hutton Heights development declared surplus by township
The Township of North Huron has directed staff to survey and sever 20 acres of land in the Hutton Heights area for residential development purposes.
Wingham’s ‘Coldest Night of the Year’ raises more than $39K
Wingham was host to their first United Way Coldest Night of the Year fundraising event on Feb. 26, raising money for the Northern Huron Connection Centre which is scheduled to open later this year.
TJ’s Taxi requests increase in tariff rates for services
TJ’s Taxi and Delivery Service requested an increase in tariff rates for their services in North Huron due to the “new and debilitating” increase in gas, insurance, maintenance, and wages.
Mitchell shuts out Walkerton in Pollock Division action
Walkerton Hawks fans who made the trip to Mitchell on Saturday evening saw the team handed a 3-0 defeat by their hosts.
Bruce County Public Library pilots borrow-by-mail service
The Bruce County Public Library is piloting a free borrow-by-mail service to community members who cannot visit a library branch for reasons relating to limited mobility or health concerns. Use of this new service may be time-limited or ongoing, depending on the specific needs of the borrower.
OLG promotion provides $1,389.26 for United Way Bruce Grey
OLG is providing $1,389.26 for United Way Bruce Grey.
